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Gene Hackman, the Oscar-winning actor whose gruff but soulful turns in classics like “The French Connection,” “The Conversation” and “Unforgiven” made him one of the most respected performers in Hollywood, died on Thursday.He was 95.He was found dead alongside his wife, Betsy Arakawa, 63, a classical pianist and his second wife, according to the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office.

Gene Hackman, Oscar-winning star of 'The French Connection,' dies at 95

Japan beat the USWNT 2-1 on WednesdayFT: USA 1, JPN 2Campbell in the boxUSWNT find some urgencyShaw with a shotOne final USWNT substitutionTooth check?Close one for the USWNTMore changes for the USWNTUSWNT with a freekickUSWNT on the other end

USWNT vs. Japan score: Japan lift first SheBelieves Cup as Emma Hayes collects first loss as USA coach

Yoni Wilfredo Gregorio Ortiz was deported in 2013, but returned to the U.S. and was convicted of committing crimes in New York in 2022 and 2024Texas operation apprehends around 90 illegal migrantsFox News correspondent Brooke Taylor reports on ICE raids targeting criminal illegal immigrants in Texas on 'America's Newsroom'.

Previously deported Guatemalan man convicted of crimes in US arrested in New York

Spartans won a crucial Big Ten Conference matchupMichigan State's Tre Holloman makes INCREDIBLE HALF-COURT BUZZER-BEATER to defeat MarylandMichigan State Spartans' Tre Holloman made an incredible buzzer-beater from beyond half court to defeat Maryland Terrapins.Michigan State Spartans guard Tre Holloman gave college basketball fans a preview of the madness to come in March when the men’s tournament begins.

Michigan State's 65-foot game-winner gets college basketball fans excited for March Madness

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he was reversing a license given to Chevron to operate in Venezuela by his predecessor Joe Biden more than two years ago, accusing President Nicolas Maduro of not making progress on electoral reforms and migrant returns.In a post on Truth Social, Trump said he was "reversing the concessions" of the "oil transaction agreement, dated November 26, 2022."

Trump axes Chevron's Venezuela oil license, citing lack of electoral reforms

I love recipes that multitask. This Whipped Ricotta fills that bill. It can function as a delicious appetizer paired with burst cherry tomatoes and crostini. It also is delicious served as a topping over roasted vegetables, especially asparagus, mushrooms, or cauliflower. It’s scrumptious dolloped over scrambled eggs, too.

Recipe: Whipped Ricotta works as a versatile topping or appetizer

We feel compelled to buy overpriced items we don't even wantDEAR MISS MANNERS: We love our neighbors, but an increasing number of them — parents, children or both — are appearing at our front door to sell products for fundraising purposes.We are asked to buy cookies for the Girl Scouts, popcorn for the school team, pizza for the PTA, and so on.

Miss Manners: When it’s your neighbor’s kid ringing the doorbell

CNN —Treece Jones used to shop at Target at least once every other week, spending between $75 and $200 on each trip.Jones, a 32-year-old Black woman from Dallas, said she enjoyed browsing the store aisles for some of her favorite Black-owned brands including Pattern, Ezra Coffee and Design Essentials.

‘A spiritual act of resistance’: Black consumers are boycotting corporations retreating from DEI

Market volatility appears to be boosting demand for two types of exchange-traded funds: leveraged and inverse.And, Direxion CEO and ETF money manager Douglas Yones thinks market conditions will keep fueling demand for them."We have a lot of securities in the market that are ... up a lot over the last five or 10 years.

Market volatility creating buzz for these two types of ETFs

TEL AVIV, Israel — It doesn't look easy for Ilana Gritzewsky to remain composed while she recalls the violence and torment she was subjected to when Palestinian militants broke into her kibbutz in southern Israel, kidnapped her and held her hostage in Gaza for 55 days.They broke her hip and other bones and burned her leg.

'No greater commandment': How Israelis view hostage-prisoner swaps

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CNN —President Donald Trump said Thursday tariffs of 25% on Mexican and Canadian goods are set to take effect on March 4, while also threatening to impose an additional 10% on Chinese imports on the same date.“Drugs are still pouring into our Country from Mexico and Canada at very high and unacceptable levels,” Trump said in a post on Truth Social Thursday morning.

Trump threatens to double tariffs on China and says punishing Mexico and Canada tariffs will go into effect March 4

A March meeting of vaccine advisors to the Food and Drug Administration has been canceled without explanation, a member of the advisory panel told CNBC.It comes as Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a vaccine skeptic who now leads the Department of Health and Human Services, makes early moves that could affect vaccination uptake and policy in the U.S.

FDA cancels vaccine advisory meeting for choosing flu strains for next season's shots

MAE SOT, Thailand (AP) — Eighty-four Indonesians freed from scam centers in Myanmar arrived at the Thai border city of Mae Sot earlier on Thursday in an ongoing repatriation effort that follows a crackdown by Thailand, Myanmar and China.Two buses with the Indonesians on board drove across the Second Thailand Myanmar Friendship Bridge, accompanied by police escort.

84 Indonesians taken out of scam centers in Myanmar are set to go home

ROME (AP) — Pope Francis continued his slow recovery from double pneumonia on Thursday, beating back speculation of an imminent death, resignation or conclave and signalling that he was still very much in charge albeit in a weakened state.The Vatican said the 88-year-old pope once again slept well during the night at Rome’s Gemelli hospital and was resting Thursday morning.

Pope beats back speculation of imminent death or conclave as he continues pneumonia recovery

MANILA, Philippines — More than 400 people, half of them from China, were arrested by Philippine authorities in a raid on a suspected online gambling and scam hub in a busy commercial district in the capital, officials said Thursday.The 401 detained included 207 Chinese and 132 Vietnamese nationals who were arrested in a condo building in Pasay city on Wednesday night.

Philippine authorities arrest more than 400 people in suspected cybercrime hub

The new **iPhone 16e** promises exceptional performance without breaking the bank. But how good is it really? Let’s dive in.^^**The Return of an Affordable iPhone**^^The arrival of the **$599 iPhone 16e** is a significant moment for budget-conscious consumers. After nearly three years without a reasonably-priced new iPhone option, Apple has stepped in to fill that void. While the **iPhone SE** offered affordability at $429, the 16e now stands proud as a robust alternative that provides the performance of

Is the $599 iPhone 16e Really a Competitive Value? Here’s My Take

WASHINGTON (AP) — When the Senate unanimously confirmed Gen. CQ Brown Jr. as Air Force chief of staff in 2020, President Donald Trump hailed a “historic day for America!” on social media and said he was ”Excited to work even more closely with Gen. Brown, who is a Patriot and Great Leader!”

Trump’s firing of military brass prompts concern but little pushback from Republicans

Will it be Anora or Conclave? Demi or Mikey? Brody or Chalamet? This year’s glut of secret ballots reveal who the winners might beIf you’re finding it harder than usual to get excited about the Oscars this year, don’t worry.

What can we learn from this year’s anonymous Oscar ballots?

The landscape of cannabis advocacy has evolved dramatically over the past decade, reaching pivotal milestones in 2024 and laying the groundwork for continued efforts in 2025. From legislative victories to societal shifts in perception, advocates are celebrating successes while remaining vigilant about the challenges that lie ahead.

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Good morning. You're reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day.Today's top storiesThe Trump administration is ending nearly all foreign assistance programs operated by the United States Agency for International Development.

Trump administration cuts most USAID programs. And, the ethics of leaving your job

The historic Egyptian city of Alexandria — the birthplace of Cleopatra — is experiencing a “dramatic surge” in building collapses linked to coastal erosion and rising levels of the Mediterranean Sea, new research has found.Building collapses were once rare in this port city, but have accelerated from approximately one a year to a staggering 40 a year over the past decade, as sea levels rise and seawater seeps beneath city foundations, according to the study published this month by the University of Southern California.

Cleopatra’s birthplace sees ‘dramatic surge’ in building collapses as sea level rises, study shows

California Democrat Rep. Sam Liccardo, a freshman congressman who represents Silicon Valley, said he’s surprised the first piece of legislation he’s sponsoring takes aim at President Donal Trump’s meme coin.“That wasn’t my plan when I ran for office, I can assure you,” said Liccardo, the former mayor of San Jose.

Presidential meme coins should be against the law, House Democrat says

LONDON -- Ukraine is "preparing for negotiations" with the U.S. regarding security guarantees and "crucial" aid, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, with the Ukrainian leader expected to travel to Washington, D.C. on Friday to meet with President Donald Trump and sign a minerals deal.

US support 'crucial,' Zelenskyy says amid mineral deal negotiations

Hollywood is paying tribute to a cinematic icon.Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman has been found dead in his New Mexico home alongside his wife and dog, the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office said on Thursday. He was 95. His wife, Betsy Arakawa, was 64.

Francis Ford Coppola, George Takei, Josh Brolin and more pay tribute to Gene Hackman

Late Wednesday, health officials with the Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) and Franklin County Health Department announced a confirmed case of measles in an adult Kentucky resident.The resident had recently traveled internationally to an area with ongoing measles transmission.

Health officials announce measles case in Kentucky

MAHA Action group in support of Whole Milk for Healthy Kids ActThe 'Knowledge Doc’ supports MAHA and the push to improve nutrition in AmericaEric Berg, also known as the "Knowledge Doc," tells Fox News Digital why he's fighting for better nutrition in the U.S. and supporting the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement.

Proposed bill to give schools freedom on milk choices amid MAHA push

‘Why I traded my 21 Denali for a Toyota…’When one buys a car, they hope that it will last for a long time. According to insurer Progressive, a well-maintained modern car can last for 200,000 miles, though some cars can carry on for significantly longer.

Driver buys brand new GMC Denali in 2022. It has only 33,000 miles—but already sounds like this

CNN —First-time applications for unemployment benefits rose more than expected last week, indicating that cracks may be forming in America’s long-solid labor market. And an increasing number of federal workers are also landing on the unemployment rolls, new data showed Thursday.There were an estimated 242,000 jobless claims filed last week, according to seasonally adjusted data released Thursday by the Department of Labor.

Jobless claims spike, in worrisome sign for the US labor market

A post showcasing an amusing coincidence involving a monogrammed suitcase has gone viral on Reddit, so Newsweek spoke to an expert about luggage and whether or not it's a good idea to monogram them.The post, shared by user u/dalecookie on the r/mildlyinteresting subforum features an image of a black suitcase with the label "BAG" on it.